Evolution of American Agriculture

By Agricultural Workers Industrial Union and Abner Woodruff

Book Overview

Evolution of American Agriculture is a historical book written by Abner Woodruff in 1919. The book is a detailed account of the agricultural practices and developments in America from the colonial period to the early 20th century. It covers the evolution of farming techniques, the introduction of new crops and livestock, and the impact of technology and industrialization on agriculture.The book is divided into chapters that focus on different aspects of agriculture, including the history of farming, the role of government in agriculture, the development of agricultural education, and the impact of transportation on the industry. It also covers the challenges faced by farmers, including drought, pests, and economic downturns, and how they adapted and overcame these challenges.The author, Abner Woodruff, was a prominent agricultural expert and educator who served as the director of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station. He draws on his extensive knowledge and experience to provide a comprehensive and insightful account of the evolution of American agriculture.Overall, Evolution of American Agriculture is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of agriculture in America, as well as for those studying the current state of the industry. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of American farmers over the centuries and highlights the importance of agriculture in shaping the country's economy and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164117726
• ISBN13: 9781164117728
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"